Head Women's Basketball Coach

Recruits, develops and provides guidance to members of the women’s basketball team in a manner which promotes the academic, athletic and social success of student-athletes and is consisted with the mission and goals of the Wayne State College Athletic Department.

1. Represent Wayne State College and the Athletic Department in a positive manner with a high degree of integrity and quality.
2. Promote and support Wayne State College and its mission.
3. Promote and support Wayne State College Athletic Department’s program mission and goals.
4. Provide leadership in the planning and operation of the program.
5. Administer the women’s basketball program within the policies of Wayne State College, NSIC and the NCAA.
6. Provide an environment conducive to a high level of academic performance by team members.
7. Maintain a student-athlete retention rate equal to or better than the general student body.
8. Organize and facilitate all daily practice sessions, contest preparation, competition and off-season training.
9. Adhere to operating, equipment and scholarship budgets as established by the Athletic Department.
10. Select assistant coaches and graduate assistant coaches in cooperation with the Director of Athletics.
11. Delegate responsibilities to assistants, student coaches, managers, and squad members.
12. Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system while maintaining a high level of visibility within Wayne State College’s service region.
13. Assist in promotion and public relations activities for the Wayne State College Athletic Department and the women’s basketball program.
14. Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
15. Coordinate travel and meal considerations for away contests.
16. Organize and manage seasonal camps/clinics to assist youth with athletic skill development, create positive exposure for Wayne State College and generate revenue for women’s basketball program.
17. Enforce discipline and sportsmanship behavior.
18. Evaluate and review the program and to recommend changes and improvements to the Director of Athletics.
19. Provide appropriate and timely information to the offices of sports information, athletic training, compliance, athletic facilities and business affairs.
20. Teach women’s basketball theory class in the HHPS department in a manner that enables students to achieve their highest academic development.
21. Responsible for fundraising activities specific to the women’s basketball program and assisting with department wide fundraising programs when designated.
22. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of college level coaching experience.

Master’s degree and knowledge of NCAA and NSIC rules and regulations.

Criminal Background Check; Credit Check; Drivers License

Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Attractive and comprehensive fringe benefit package. Salary range is $87,378 -$97,087.

1.000

Exempt

Non-Union

1

PS1546P

04/07/2025

Yes

Wayne State College is seeking a Head Coach for the Women’s Basketball team.

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate against any student, employee, or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

This position is subject to Veterans Preference.